A new public update has been rolled out to two of Garmin’s more recent smartwatches. Firmware version 9.24, originally a beta update, brings new features and a range of bug fixes to the wearables. Plus, an issue with the ECG app, flagged during beta testing, appears to have been resolved with the software.

The Windows ubsystem for Android will disappear in just over a year. This will also affect the Amazon App Store for Windows. Microsoft is already issuing a warning when reinstalling the subsystem in its Microsoft Store.

The Anker USB-C Data Hub (8-in-1, 5Gbps) is a new accessory on sale at Amazon US. The device is a more basic version of the USB-C Data Hub (11-in-1, 10Gbps) with a lower price tag. Features include a 100W PD-IN port to charge your laptop and a 2-in-1 connector for USB-C and USB-A connectivity.

The Realme 12 starts as an affordable mid-range smartphone but still features a round camera module in the style of the Xiaomi 14 Ultra and a Dynamic Button à la Apple iPhone 15 Pro. Thanks to Dimensity 6100+ and 120 Hz 1080p+ display, the device achieves an interesting price-performance ratio.

Now also available via the Nvidia app (still in beta stage for the time being), the latest GeForce Game Ready Driver package carries the version number 551.76 and comes with support for DLSS 3 and Reflex in The Thaumaturge. This software package is also optimized for the latest RTX 40 Series-equipped laptops that arrived last week.

According to a typically reliable source, this year's Pixel A series smartphone will be roughly 12% more expensive than the Pixel 7a. Google is finally expected to offer a mid-range Pixel smartphone with 256 GB of storage though, among other improvements between the Pixel 7a and Pixel 8a.

Intel Arrow Lake is shaping up to be a big architecture overhaul with a slew of new changes coming to both mobile and desktop variants. Per new details from Golden Pig Upgrades over at Bilbili, the architecture will, among other things, ditch Hyperthreading (HT), have no SoC E-cores, and will only support DDR5 memory.

The Logitech MX Brio pairs an 8.5-megapixel Sony STARVIS sensor with an f/2.0 lens. It can shoot in 4K at 30 fps or 1080p at 60 fps, has a couple of built-in microphones for noise reduction, and is certified for use with all major video-calling services.

Roborock has launched the Qrevo MaxV robot vacuum cleaner in Germany. The product is now available via retailers like MediaMarkt, and customers are currently offered €50 off the RRP. Features of the new model include 7,000 Pa suction power, FlexiArm edge cleaning, and automatic hot mop washing at the docking station.

Google DeepMind researchers have unveiled Genie – the world’s first generative interactive environment AI. This AI can look at an image of an example 2D platformer, then create a playable, mini game scene. The AI does not need additional input to do this.

A new rumour says Sony will announce a sequel for Ghost of Tsushima later this year. A PC port of the original is also said to be in the works and will be announced shortly.

A South Korean media outlet reports that yields for Samsung's 3 nm process is less than 60%. Samsung confirmed earlier that next year's Exynos 2500 SoC will be manufactured on it. Unspecified products from other companies like Nvidia and Qualcomm are also slated to use it.

AMD CTO, Mark Papermaster, has teased AI upscaling for FidelityFX Super Resolution coming later in 2024. The current FSR 3 implementation uses a mix of temporal upscaling, frame generation, and latency-reduction technologies to achieve a result that's generally inferior to Nvidia's DLSS alternatives.

The Samsung EVO Select MicroSD with 512 GB of storage can now be bought for just $25 on Amazon and Samsung's website. It has read/write speeds of up to 130 MB/s and can work with a variety of devices such as smartphones, tablets and handheld gaming consoles.

Asus' new Zenbook Duo OLED is a sophisticated multi-screen convertible with two high-resolution 14-inch OLED panels (120 Hz) and Intel's new Core Ultra 9 185H. Thanks to a solid keyboard, it can also be used as a normal laptop without limitations if the second screen is not needed.

The successor to the popular Fiio M11 Plus is now on the horizon and promises even better sound than its predecessor. Thanks to Android, the music player supports all common streaming apps, while Bluetooth aptX HD and Sony LDAC also enable high quality wireless audio.

Streaming music in hi-fi quality up to 24-bit at 192 kHz will soon be 45% cheaper than before with Tidal, just like MQA streaming or the surround sound streaming of Dolby Atmos Music or Sony's 360 Reality Audio. This makes Tidal a much more interesting alternative to Apple Music and Spotify.

Apple has released iOS 17.4 for the iPhone Xs and all newer iPhones, introducing some massive changes for Europe in particular. For EU users, apps can now be downloaded from other stores and browsers can now finally use engines other than Apple WebKit. All users will receive a number of changes in the form of bug fixes and improvements.

The compelling AMD configuration of the beastly Alienware m18 is approaching the $2,000 mark as Dell has now discounted the Ryzen 9 and Radeon RX 7900M-powered 18-inch gaming laptop by a steep 26%.

The OneXPlayer X1, a recently launched gaming device from One-Netbook, packs powerful hardware including up to an Intel Core Ultra 7 155H "Meteor Lake" chip. According to a recent first-impressions video on YouTube, it excels in synthetic GPU tests, but real-world gaming experiences are hindered by potential driver issues. However, in terms of CPU performance, the Meteor Lake chip gets crushed by AMD's Zen 4 "Phoenix" APUs.

New material, new design, powerful results: A magnet that is finally strong enough for a large nuclear fusion reactor was put into operation at MIT - and ran under real conditions.

Shure, known for its legendary professional microphones and audio gear, has finally entered the wireless lapel mic market with the launch of the MoveMic system, which Shure claims is the “world's smallest and best-sounding, dual-channel direct-to-phone wireless lavalier microphone system”. The MoveMic can transmit audio directly to a smartphone without needing a receiver unit, although a separate receiver is available for use with cameras or audio recorders.

Apple recently released an updated MacBook Air lineup featuring the new M3 SoC, resulting in notable performance improvements over the previous M2 model. Initial benchmarks show significant gains, with the M3-powered Air outperforming its predecessor by approximately 18% in multi-core and 21% in single-core tests.

IKEA has launched its BADRING Water leak detector smart in EU countries. The product has launched earlier than expected following its recent arrival in the IKEA Home smart app. The battery-powered smart home gadget's features include an audible alarm and app notifications.

The European Commission has imposed a fine on Apple totalling €1.8 billion for alleged 'abusive App store practices'. Not only does Apple plan to appeal, but it has aimed its sights at Spotify in a blistering response.

Huawei is rolling out new software for the Watch Fit 2, version 2.1.0.211(SP1C00M07). Despite the similarity to the name of the previous update, the change log shows that the two are different. The software appears to bring relatively few changes to the smartwatch and is downloaded via the Huawei Health app.

Of all companies currently in the smartphone chipset game (which include Apple, Google and Unisoc), MediaTek was found to have shipped the most units in the last quarter of 2023 (4Q2023) and to have had one of the best rates of year-on-year (YoY) growth, with rivals such as Qualcomm and Samsung flat or flagging by comparison. Then again, the Taiwanese OEM was not the one that made the most money in that time.

The VX2781-4K-PRO-6 is ViewSonic's latest 27-inch monitor. While not available just yet, the company has confirmed all specifications, including the presence of a 4K IGZO IPS and 165 Hz panel.

Dell is now selling the new Alienware m16 R2 in Europe and the UK. The release in both markets coincides with improved availability of the gaming laptop in the US, where Dell sells the machine with up to 64 GB of RAM, an Intel Core Ultra 9 185H processor and an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 GPU.

A big discount campaign is currently running on Steam for the Saints Row franchise. All main games available on Steam are heavily discounted. Gamers can also grab DLCs with discounts of up to 67 percent.

Dune: Part Two is currently showing in cinemas and has been highly praised by critics. There is also a new trailer showing promising gameplay scenes from the new MMO in the Dune universe.

A whole range of smartphones from Oppo are currently making the global leap to ColorOS 14 based on Android 14 or will receive the major update in the coming weeks. These include flagships such as the Oppo Find X5 (Pro) and various foldable smartphones.

The full list of range and size specs, as well as the price tag for the upcoming Rivian R2 SUV has leaked out. The R2 starting price will be way below $50,000.

Huawei is projected to make a striking change in terms of its flagship smartphones' camera humps in 2024. Now, the alleged shape in question features in a new live image that purports to unveil cases for the upcoming P70 in advance. The new in-the-wild tip also hints at generous enough screen real estate in the upcoming P60-series successor.

CMF Neckband Pro have landed in India with a launch price of INR 1,999 (around $24). These new headphones from the Nothing sub-brand bring 50 dB hybrid ANC, 37 hours of total runtime, 5 microphones for clear calls, and spatial audio support for immersive listening.

Samsung has now announced the launch dates for both the Galaxy A35 and Galaxy A55. While the company has not revealed many device details yet, European retailers have leaked pictures of both smartphones, as well as key specifications.

Anker has launched the USB-C Data Hub (11-in-1, 10Gbps) in the US. The accessory allows you to connect and charge various gadgets with a power output of up to 100W. Also included are 10Gbps USB-C ports, an SD card reader and a 2-in-1 connector for compatibility with a wide range of devices.

Sony and Nixxes have revealed the PC system requirements for Horizon Forbidden West. You can get away with a 4 GB VRAM GPU, a six-year-old CPU and 16 GB of RAM for a playable experience. The game launches on March 21 via Steam and Epic Games Store.

Five LG RG Series ProBeam projectors have been officially announced. The models are suited to conference rooms and commercial spaces, with the range-topping BU60RG featuring a 4K resolution and up to 6,000 ANSI lumens brightness. Other features include multiple aspect ratios, advanced image-perfecting tools and Crestron RoomView compatibility.

GPD has now released a new version of its Win 4 gaming handheld. Dubbed the Win 4 2024, the updated device combines an AMD Ryzen 7 8840U APU with a 6-inch display for now, although cheaper Ryzen 5 8640U variants should be launching soon too.

GPD is now selling a new version of its G1 eGPU. While the GPD G1 retains its predecessor's AMD Radeon RX 7600M XT GPU, it now features improved I/O and a solution for its loud fan noise.

The Powkiddy RGB10 Max 3 is now available generally following a short pre-order period. The retro gaming handheld combines a Rockchip RK3566 chipset with a 720p display and 1 GB of RAM, among other features.

The Vivo X Fold3 Pro is touted to launch as a device with improved displays compared to those of its already impressive predecessor in 2024. Now, this prediction may be corroborated with more specific values, while its battery may be rated for up to 1,000mAh more in capacity compared to the X Fold2. In addition, the 3 Pro is now tipped to launch as Vivo's first ever 1TB foldable smartphone.

Apple has confirmed that the cheapest MacBook Pro 14 will soon be upgraded to support two external displays, a feature that has escaped it since its launch last year. The update will bring the 14-inch laptop into line with the latest MacBook Air 13 and MacBook Air 15 that Apple released yesterday.

The CMF Buds have officially launched in India as the second pair of wireless earbuds from the sub-brand of Nothing. They feature 42 dB Active Noise Cancellation (ANC), 12.4 mm drivers, a total battery life of 35.5 hours, Bluetooth 5.3, and a four-microphone setup with wind noise reduction for better call clarity. The launch price in India is INR 2,499 (around $30).

The Berlin police has started an arson investigation into a sabotaged high-voltage pylon that stopped work of the Tesla Gigafactory in Berlin. Giga Shanghai has also been idling recently due to the effects of the Chinese New Year festivities.

A well-known standards organisation has revealed ASUS intentions to refresh its VivoWatch series. Likely launching later this year, the VivoWatch 6 will be the first new VivoWatch smartwatch since late 2022.